5 Unbelievable Indiana Waterfalls Hiding In Plain Sight… No Hiking Required

Find yourself Googling "waterfalls near me in Indiana?" You may not expect many results, but we actually have several hundred here in the Hoosier State. It's often a bit of a feat to reach them, involving hiking, biking, or climbing. If you have kids, hiking can be out of the question. Instant access to waterfalls, however, makes for an easy and rewarding outing. We've brought you some amazing waterfalls road trips in both  Northern and Southern Indiana, but if you're looking for quick access to amazing waterfalls that doesn't involve hours of sweat or hiking, check out these five natural wonders in Indiana that are hiding right in plain sight.

1. Thistlethwaite Falls (Spring Grove)

This man-made waterfall near Richmond is quite a sight to behold and is among the most beautiful places in Indiana. The falls were created in the early 1800s when a man was looking to provide more water power to his sawmill. He hired a crew to blast a new channel to redirect the Whitewater River. Get more information from the Visit Richmond website.

2. Williamsport Falls (Williamsport)

This incredible waterfall is the longest free-falling waterfall in Indiana. It's super easy to access, and can even see it from your car. This narrow, 90-foot long waterfall is definitely worth a trip when it's in full force. Like many waterfalls, the flow can change dramatically throughout the year and is sometimes barely over a trickle. Check out our article on Williamsport Falls for more information!

3. Cataract Falls (Cloverdale)

Cataract Falls are actually two separate waterfalls, an upper and a lower. This is one of the great natural wonders in Indiana. Cataract is the largest waterfall, by volume, in Indiana, and one of the best to check out. You can hike to the falls, but if you're looking for a simpler outing, both the upper and lower portions are easy to drive to. This is such a pretty place!

4. Anderson Falls (Hartsville)

These falls are simple to get to, and have extremely close parking. They may only be 12 feet tall, but they span for over 100 feet in width, so they're pretty impressive to observe. The falls are beautiful at any time of year, and the 44-acre park they're located in is lovely to walk through if you do decide to burn some calories. Check out more information at Discover Columbus.

5. Clifty Falls (Madison)

This one does require a small bit of walking, however, a parking lot sits just outside of the trail entrance. Walk down the stairs at Trail 7 and you'll behold the gorgeous Clifty Falls. If you do feel like walking a little more, you can hike through the park for a closer glimpse at the other three waterfalls in the park. This is a really gorgeous state park and one of the most beautiful places in Indiana!

Have you visited any of these waterfalls in Indiana? Share your experiences in the comments!